From flying over sawtooth mountain peaks to sublime soaring in magical places with names such as Omarama and Matamata, the land of New Zealand and the air above beckoned us. We’ve brought the land of Hobbits and Middle-earth to you in inspiring words, incredible photography, and captivating video. Join us Down Under in these online videos.

Flying with the boss to the Sun 'n Fun Fly—In in a pair of Huskys kept Senior Editor Dave Hirschman and videographer Paul Harrop on their toes—as did the challenging weather, as you’ll see in this online video.